America 250 Series presented by Xfinity: America 250 Celebration
Happy 250th Birthday, America!
We invite you to join us as we celebrate a huge milestone on July 3. All across the nation, folks will be participating in fun events to mark the semiquincentennial…say that five times fast. That’s right, America is turning 250 years old and it’s time to party! The Historic Trust is partnering with the City of Vancouver and the National Park Service to provide a festive day of fun family activities you won’t want to miss.
The Historic Trust will provide entertainment and activities from 12:00pm to 5:00pm, with city-sponsored activities continuing after 5:00pm, concluding with a movie in the park after sunset.
Entertainment Schedule:
12:00 pm-12:30 pm
Patriotic Pet Costume Contest SIGN-UP
(Leashed pets only; Owner responsible for cleanup and control of pet)
12:30 pm-1:00 pm
Patriotic Pet Costume Contest PERFORMANCE on stage
1:15 pm-2:00 pm
Vancouver Music Organization Ceremonial Trumpets
The Ceremonial Trumpets are a unique group that specializes in patriotic and ceremonial music. Modeled after the U.S. Army Herald Trumpets, the ensemble includes three distinct types of fanfare trumpets that provide a rich, powerful sound.
2:15 pm-3:00 pm
One of a Kind Drumline
Started in Fall of 2003, the One of a Kind Drumline is a leadership program based in Vancouver, WA helping middle school students use drumming to process emotions and navigate the ups and downs of life while having lots of fun in the process.
3:30pm – 4:30pm
Exit 52
Exit 52 is a popular West Coast cover band performing in the Southern Washington, Portland, and the San Francisco Bay Area. They play a wide variety of genres from rock, funk, pop, blues, to disco. You’ll be singing to your favorites-from The Eagles to Green Day, Jimi Hendrix to Jason Aldean-you won’t want to miss this energetic performance!
Food and Beverage
Vendors coming soon!
Thank you to our sponsors!
